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TRUEMETRIX |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings (1535); Low Test Results (2458)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692); No Information (3190)
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| Date of Event |
12/12/2018
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Product not yet returned for evaluation.Most likely underlying root cause: mlc-62-user had poor technique.Test strip udi# (b)(4).Note: manufacturer contacted customer on (b)(6) 2018, in a follow-up call to ensure that the replacement products resolved the initial concern; customer stated that the replacement product is working to their satisfaction and they have not had any medical intervention or symptoms since the last call.
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Event or Problem Description
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Consumer reported complaint for erratic and low blood glucose test results (accompanied by symptoms).The customer is concerned with tests results from results obtained of 59 and 97mg/dl.The expected fasting blood glucose test result range is 120-130mg/dl.Medical attention is not reported as a result of the actual blood glucose results.The product is stored according to specification in the bedroom.During the call on (b)(6) 2018, a blood test was performed non-fasting by the customer and produced test results of 129 and 134mg/dl using true metrix meter.The test strip lot manufacturer's expiration date is 05/31/2020, and open vial date is one month ago.The meter memory was reviewed for previous test result history: (b)(6).Customer concern with the results the meter is giving.Customer states that she run a back-to-back blood test and 59/97mg/dl fasting and the test were done on the same finger.Customer states that she was feeling symptoms of low blood sugar with the results of 59/97.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(manufacturer narrative = t, corrected data = f) internal report # (b)(4) returned meter and returned test strips evaluated with no defects found.Most likely underlying root cause: mlc-58-user had an inaccurate reference: self: the person is using themselves as the reference or how they feel at the time they run the blood test.Test strip udi# (b)(4).Note: manufacturer contacted customer on 12/21/2018 in a follow-up call to ensure that the replacement products resolved the initial concern; customer stated that the replacement product is working to their satisfaction and they have not had any medical intervention or symptoms since the last call.
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Event or Problem Description
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Consumer reported complaint for erratic and low blood glucose test results (accompanied by symptoms).The customer is concerned with tests results from results obtained of 59 and 97mg/dl.The expected fasting blood glucose test result range is 120-130mg/dl.Medical attention is not reported as a result of the actual blood glucose results.The product is stored according to specification in the bedroom.During the call on 12/12/2018, a blood test was performed non-fasting by the customer and produced test results of 129 and 134mg/dl using true metrix meter.The test strip lot manufacturer's expiration date is 05/31/2020 and open vial date is one month ago.The meter memory was reviewed for previous test result history: result 1:109mg/dl, date:12/2012, time:4:09pm fasting; result 2:108mg/dl, date:12/2012, time:121pm fasting; result 3:150mg/dl, date:12/2012, time:3:35am non- fasting; result 4:159mg/dl, date:12/2012, time:143am non- fasting; result 5:97mg/dl, date:12/2012, time:12:24am fasting; result 6 59mg/dl, date:12/2012, time:12:22am fasting.Customer concern with the results the meter is giving.Customer states that she run a back to back blood test and 59/97mg/dl fasting and the test were done on the same finger.Customer states that she was feeling symptoms of low blood sugar with the results of 59/97.
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